Code Review is a systematic and collaborative process in software development where developers examine, assess, and provide feedback on code written by their peers. Code reviews aim to ensure code quality, maintainability, adherence to coding standards, and the identification and prevention of defects or bugs.
During a code review, one or more developers (reviewers) evaluate the code changes made by another developer (author). Reviewers look for issues such as coding errors, security vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and code readability. Feedback is provided, and discussions may occur to address concerns and make improvements.
Code reviews contribute to better code quality, knowledge sharing among team members, and the establishment of coding best practices. They are an integral part of the software development process and help maintain a high standard of code in collaborative projects.